SEE Interpreter
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| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$24 per hour |
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| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Covington, Washington |
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Job Description
Job Description
Job Summary
The SEE Interpreter facilitates communication between the student, their peers, and school staff by transliterating spoken English into Signing Exact English and vice-versa. This position is essential for ensuring the student has full access to the elementary curriculum, social interactions, and school-wide activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Literal Transliteration: Provide accurate, real-time transliteration of classroom lectures, discussions, and instructions using SEE to mirror spoken English grammar and syntax.
- Voice-to-Sign & Sign-to-Voice: Convert spoken messages into SEE for the student and interpret the student’s signs into spoken English for the teacher and peers.
- Instructional Support: Under teacher supervision, provide tutoring or clarification on vocabulary and concepts that the student may find challenging.
- IEP Collaboration: Participate as a member of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) team, helping to implement communication goals and accommodations.
- Assistive Technology: Assist with the setup and daily monitoring of specialized equipment, such as FM systems, hearing aids, or other audio support tools.
- School Integration: Facilitate communication during non-academic times, including recess, lunch, assemblies, and field trips.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Certification: Must meet Washington State requirements for educational interpreters, typically requiring an Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) score of 3.5 or higher.
- Specialized Skill: Advanced proficiency in Signing Exact English (SEE) and a strong command of English grammar and vocabulary.
- Education: An Associate’s degree or higher in Educational Interpreting or a related field is often required.
- Professionalism: Adherence to the RID Code of Professional Conduct, maintaining strict student confidentiality and professional boundaries.
Location & Context
- School: Crestwood Elementary School (Kent School District).
- Environment: A dynamic elementary setting requiring the ability to adapt communication to a child's developmental level.
Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE
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